SEC Chair Gensler plugs changes to exchange definition that worries crypto

Gary Gensler reminded a conference on Treasury bonds about a proposed rule change that would impact DeFi, too.

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tZero becomes 2nd FINRA-approved broker-dealer for digital securities

The company is following the steps of Prometheum, which now treats four cryptocurrencies as securities.

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Canadian crypto exchanges face deadline for CIRO membership

Crypto traders have been on interim rules since March 2021, and its time to finalize membership in the securities industry's self-regulatory organization.

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Watchdog alleges Super Micro is riddled with accounting, sanctions scandals

Hindenburg Research has uncovered evidence of big problems with a major AI hardware provider.

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Paxful co-founder Schaback faces 5 years jail, admits AML failure

Artur Schaback, one of the co-founders of crypto exchange Paxful, has agreed to a plea deal with U.S. prosecutors that could see him locked up for five years.

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Ferrari to launch crypto payments in Europe after US success

Ferrari debuted cryptocurrency payments for its cars in the United States in 2023, partnering with major local payments provider BitPay.

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Segantii Capital Management Faces Insider Dealing Charges in First District Court Hearing

Segantii Capital Management and its chief investment officer face insider dealing charges in the First District Court, according to apps.sfc.hk. (Read More)

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Robinhood boosts AI capabilities with Pluto Capital acquisition

Robinhood has acquired AI-powered investment research platform Pluto Capital for an undisclosed amount. According to a July 1 statement, the purchase would allow Robinhood users to access several features, including enhanced data analysis, personalized investment strategies, real-time insights, and portfolio management. Under the deal, Pluto Founder and CEO Jacob Sansbury will join Robinhood to accelerate […]

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CoreWeave expands Core Scientific computing deal by $1.225B

Core Scientific is well-positioned to take advantage of new opportunities at its mining facilities.

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Bitcoin Breaches $100K As US-UK Sign Trade Deal And Arizona Approves Crypto Reserve Law

Bitcoin has made a dramatic return to six-figure territory and reclaimed its $100k milestone for the first time since January 2025. On 8 May 2025, BTC surged 4.2% from an intraday low of $95,967. As optimism returns to the crypto landscape, Bitcoins recent push towards $100k can be credited to bullish macroeconomic signals, including a

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Vivek Ramaswamys Strive makes bold move as first NASDAQ-listed asset manager with a Bitcoin treasury

Strive Asset Management has agreed to merge with Asset Entities Inc., setting the stage for a bold transition into a Bitcoin-focused treasury company. According to a May 7 statement, the deal will see the combined firm operate under the Strive name and continue trading on NASDAQ. The firm said the move would create the first […]

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Strategy seeks to raise $2.1 billion from STRF stock offering to bolster its Bitcoin holdings

Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) has unveiled plans to raise $2.1 billion via sales of its Series A Perpetual Strife Preferred Stock (STRF). According to the May 22 statement, the stock will be issued under an at-the-market (ATM) program. This structure allows Strategy to sell shares gradually, based on favorable market conditions like trading volume and price. […]

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US lawmakers demand SEC-FINRA records on Prometheum ETH custody

Prometheums willingness to play along with the SECs ambitions for crypto regulation has stirred disapproval in many quarters.

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OpenAI ventures into hardware with $6.4B deal for legendary designer Jony Ives startup io

OpenAI announced on May 21 that it will acquire Jony Ive’s artificial intelligence hardware startup io in an all-equity transaction valued at approximately $6.4 billion, according to a report by CNBC. The acquisition, OpenAI’s largest to date, marks a decisive step into hardware for the company best known for its generative AI models. The deal […]

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Strive eyes 75,000 distressed Bitcoin claims from bankrupt Mt. Gox estate for its reserves

Strive Asset Management Firm has partnered with 117 Castell Advisory Group to acquire distressed Bitcoin claims, including those linked to the long-defunct Mt. Gox exchange. According to a May 20 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the firms will target claims that have received definitive legal rulings but are still awaiting distribution. […]

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Circle in talks with Coinbase, Ripple over potential sale amid $5B IPO plans

Circle is pressing ahead with plans to go public, but the stablecoin issuer is also exploring the possibility of a sale to either Coinbase or Ripple, Fortune reported on May 19, citing people familiar with the matter. The company filed paperwork in April for a long-awaited initial public offering (IPO) targeting a $5 billion valuation, […]

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Tether Acquires $459 Million Worth of Bitcoin from Twenty One Capital in Major Crypto Deal

Tether, the popular stablecoin issuer, has moved a significant amount of Bitcoin worth $459 million to the wallet of digital asset management firm Twenty-One Capital. This transfer indicates a growing trend of institutional interest in cryptocurrencies. The movement of such a substantial sum of Bitcoin by Tether to Twenty-One Capital’s wallet suggests a strategic investment [...]

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Trader Speculates on How US-China Trade Deal Could Impact Bitcoins Utility

The recent trade deal between the United States and China has brought attention to Bitcoin as a potential safe haven asset in times of economic uncertainty. President Trump’s negotiation with China has sparked discussions about the role of cryptocurrencies in the global financial landscape. Bitcoin, often referred to as digital gold, has gained traction as [...]

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Trump Targets 20 Nations in New Tariff Deal Talks

Key Takeaways: The Trump administration has initiated trade talks with an unconventional blend of major exporters and smaller economies, aiming to create a set of agreements that could serve as models for future negotiations. The early-phase trade strategy includes approximately 20 countries, ranging from economic heavyweights like Japan and South Korea to smaller players such […]

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El Salvador Accumulates 7 Bitcoin in the Past Week, Defying IMF Deal

El Salvador continues to accumulate 7 Bitcoin a week despite reaching an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Central American country made headlines earlier this year when it became the first nation to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, a move that was met with controversy and praise. Despite concerns raised by the IMF [...]

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